Off-road police bikers put brakes on illegal scooter users.
Two Thames Valley off-road motorcyclists launched a campaign against illegal e-scooters and e-bikes yesterday and confiscated 24 bikes in the operation.
Working with Milton Keynes officers, the cops on dual-purpose motorcycles, targeted the prohibited bikes and scooters in the swoop, across the south of the city.
One rider was discovered to be wanted for breaching court bail conditions while another was a shoplifter trying to de-tag £100 worth of stolen meat in one of the city’s local underpasses.
Officers also helped the neighbourhood team as they carried out several ‘stop and searches’ for drugs.
“In total, we seized 24 e-scooters and e-bikes,” said a police spokesperson. “It’s a timely reminder that privately-owned e-scooters and e-bikes are not currently legal for use on roads or public places as they are not insured, taxed or MOT'd.
“Please make sure that you and your family are aware of this before buying one, as many of the people stopped today said ‘I didn't know it was illegal’ and are now out of pocket.”
The dual-purpose motorcycles will become a regular sight in the city as they allow officers access to areas that are difficult to get into using regular police vehicles while also helping to engage with MK’s communities.
